Can I Have A Blog Without Having A Database?
Question: A client would like to integrate a blog into its site in which an expert would write about relevant topics to this particular industry. The client’s site developer doesn’t have database servers that support Movable Type. Is there a basic blogging tool that you recommend for a professional site that would work on what seems to be outdated equipment?
If you cannot make a database on your server, then you’re not going to be able to use blogging software like Movable Type or Wordpress.org.
Instead, what you should be doing is…
A. Get the blog hosted on new server. The problem with that is you cannot integrate the blog directly into your clients domain name. (xyz.com/blog)
B. Get a “hosted” blog at someplace like Wordpress.com. Again, you can’t directly integrate your blog on your domain. You can, however, link to it off of your domain in a forward.
C. Get a new webhost. If your host can’t make a simple database, then well, it’s time to find a new one, seriously. :)
January 24th, 2008 at 11:16 am
Actually you can use wordpress blogger and other free blog services and No you do not need a database to do so.
January 24th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
re> Is there a basic blogging tool that you recommend for a professional site that would work on what seems to be outdated equipment?
Yes, a Manila web site, which would be hosted elsewhere, has the capability to RENDER static files (send the files where they need to be, in this case, your server) to your existing server so you do not have to change anything. Manila sites are full featured and do not require extensive setups or installation of additional software. While the server is often cost prohibitive for many and requires extended knowledge, several Manila hosting companies exist, mine for example, where you can “rent” your site(s) for a small monthly fee. They take care of the server, backups and other maint issues. You get to worry about making your content great.
Manila was perhaps the first blogging tool and has a rich feature set and a long history of good development and good support.
Nothing is perfect for everyone but it’s really a great way to create most any website or a blog. I’ve a number of clients with almost zero computer skills running their own web site, easily adding text stories, pictures, pdf’s and files. Have a look at http://www.iblogbarn.com/compare
…and drop me a note.
/kelly thomas
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January 29th, 2008 at 10:00 am
Thingamablog works fine for this purpose. Do a web search. Would be good fit, and no database required.